An Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming (3rd Edition)

Author:Timothy Budd

ISBN 13:9780201760316

ISBN 10:201760312

Edition:3

Publisher:Pearson

Publication Date:2001-10-22

Format:Paperback

Pages:648

List Price:$164.60

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In An Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming, Timothy Budd provides a language-independent presentation of object-oriented principles, such as objects, methods, inheritance (including multiple inheritance) and polymorphism. Examples are drawn from several different languages, including (among others) C++, C#, Java, CLOS, Delphi, Eiffel, Objective-C and Smalltalk. By examining many languages, the reader is better able to appreciate the general principles that lie beyond the syntax of the individual languages.

This new edition presents examples drawn from a wider range of languages, including Eiffel, CLOS, and Python in addition to the mainstream languages, as well as extensive comparisons between C++, C# and Java. Case studies explore the application of polymorphism in the STL in C++ and the AWT in Java. UML notation and diagrams are integrated and utilized throughout. The book also features advanced sections on design patterns, reflection and introspection, network programming, and the implementation of object-oriented languages.

This book is appropriate for programmers looking to read about the theory behind and functionality of a variety of object-oriented programming languages. It is also useful as a reference.

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Introduces basic concepts of object-oriented programming and design, using examples from C++, Delphi, Java, Objective-C, and Smalltalk. Contains case studies in Java highlighting the differences between languages, and includes chapter critical thinking and programming exercises and source code appendices. This second edition reflects changes in the field since 1988. For advanced undergraduates and graduates familiar with a conventional programing language. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)